To learn language, young children need to do much more than just hear their parents use words -- they need to engage in back-and-forth conversations, even if they're not yet using words or sentences. What does an "early conversation" look like, and how can you make sure you're having them with your child as often as possible?
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It’s during fun, everyday moments with you that your child’s communication can really blossom. Here are some tips to maximize your child’s language, social and literacy skills while enjoying time together this holiday season.
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If your child uses echolalia, it can be tricky to figure out what they're trying to tell you. But by using some specific interaction techniques, you can discover what they might be trying to say more easily, and also help them learn other ways to communicate their message.
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There are many reasons a child with autism might use echolalia. While it may be difficult to figure out what your child is trying to say when he uses echolalia, learning a little bit about this kind speech can help you figure out the meaning behind his message. Here are three things you need to know about echolalia.
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If your child already uses short sentences and understands simple questions, he’s now ready for you to help him take the next step in his language journey – understanding and using “decontextualized language” or “language for thinking and learning”. Here are some practical tips for helping your child develop this important language skill.
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To be prepared for school, children need to be able to understand and use a specific kind of language called "decontextualized language" or "language for thinking and learning". Learn more about what this kind of language is and how it sets the stage for academic success.
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We know that having strong early skills in areas like math and literacy predicts children's success in those areas later on. But imagine a skill that predicts not only its own success, but the success of many other academic and social skills as well. Does such a "super skill" exist?
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Most children start combining words into sentences somewhere around 30 months old, though this may happen a bit later for children with language delays. Whether your child is typically developing or has a delay, there are specific ways you can talk to your child to encourage this big step in language development.
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It’s a major milestone in language development when children start to combine words, like “big bus”, “I want cookie”, or “come Mommy.” This big step allows children to express more than one idea at a time, and it suddenly becomes easier to figure out what they’re trying to tell us! Find out how early sentences develop and when you can expect your child to start using them.
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Research shows a happy side effect of bilingualism in young children – better executive functioning skills. Find out why these skills are important and how a second language can give them a boost.
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